About me

I am a conservation scientist dedicated to preserving biodiversity and understanding the complexities of ecological systems. I began my academic journey in medical sciences, studying from 1999 to 2002, before transitioning to environmental sciences. I earned his BSc and MSc at the University of Tehran.

In 2008, I joined the Conservation of Asiatic Cheetah Project, a collaborative effort by the Iran Department of Environment and the UNDP/Global Environment Facility (GEF). As the project deputy until 2011, I played a crucial role in efforts to conserve this endangered species.

Seeking to deepen my expertise, I moved to the UK to pursue a DPhil in Zoology at the University of Oxford. After completing my PhD, I joined the Oxford Martin School as a research fellow in 2018. My work focused on analytical methods to improve understanding of biodiversity conservation in West and Central Asia, particularly regarding megafauna, considering environmental resources and cross-border conservation efforts.

In recognition of my significant contributions, I received an OPEN fellowship from the University of Oxford to work on the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework. This project aimed to engage developing countries in fulfilling their biodiversity commitments in partnership with the UNEP’s World Conservation Monitoring Center.

In 2022, I was appointed as a lecturer at the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology, School of Anthropology and Conservation, University of Kent. My work continues to focus on leveraging biodiversity conservation and promoting sustainable practices to protect the natural world for future generations, especially with the focus on rewilding and nature recovery.